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The Sporting League

By: Marc Renshaw

The Sporting League is a notional super football league created by Marc Renshaw. Formed in 1985 , The Sporting League has continued to thrive as an amalgamation of a previously fragmented league world.  Teams such as ‘Athletico’, ‘Tranquilayers’, ‘Delta’ and ‘Bayerns’ could be considered as the eternal ‘big guns’. However,  smaller clubs such as  Olby and Novia have gained momentum in recent seasons.

The league is currently located in the 2006-2007 season.

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Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting League results: Game 11', Biro on paper.

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Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting League results: Game 11', Biro on paper.

Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting League table: Game 11', Biro on paper.

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Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting League table: Game 11', Biro on paper.

# 3 [7 August 2009]

There was a much needed return from injury for Colne’s number one player. He practically snuffed out every attacking opportunity that the Athletico outfit made. The Athletican boss was very unhappy with a last minute penalty appeal…Olby are said to be seeking new financial investment after a 1-1 stalemate with Bayerns - a game that they dominated until the last five minutes of play…Green Tree’s boss believes that Red Star will finish in the top two for the first time since 1990 – ‘They’re so young, I can see them dominating the league the same way Delta did at the turn of the century.’ Bombaya completely dominated at home to Lunderbach, missing a hatful of opportunities before getting an injury time winner.

 

The Sporting League federation is currently investigating a series of financial irregularities along the coast of Pacifica. The club maintain that they have no connections with the ongoing list of negative headlines coming from the area.

Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting Scores', Pen On Paper. Photo: Marc Renshaw.

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Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting Scores', Pen On Paper. Photo: Marc Renshaw.

Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting Tabe Game 10', Pen On Paper. Photo: Marc Renshaw.

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Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting Tabe Game 10', Pen On Paper. Photo: Marc Renshaw.

# 2 [4 August 2009]

Delta made a remarkable comeback against a stunned Colne side. They’ve now recorded a fourth straight victory after an uncertain start to the season…Bayerns had to hold on against a typically stubborn Bombaya after having two players sent off for dissent early in the second half…Liver Halvers have gained a new sponsorship deal with Alfreda solutions after their 3-1 demolition of an ailing Bolsov side…Tranquilayers win again despite fielding a weakened team against Industrious...Champions Olby had to dig deep to gain a slender advantage against a tough Dons outfit…Novia extend their lead at the summit with an edgy performance at Muno...

Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting Game 9 Table', Biro on paper. Photo: Marc Renshaw.

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Marc Renshaw, 'Sporting Game 9 Table', Biro on paper. Photo: Marc Renshaw.

'Sporting Scores'.

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'Sporting Scores'.

# 1 [19 July 2009]

Well, it’s been quite an interesting week as Novia continue to put on the pressure at the top. No-one could’ve  really predicted the start they’ve had to the season and their manager has promised more of the same.

‘I’m convinced that this ain’t no goddamn fluke. My guys worked their butts off over the summer break, and alls am sayin’ is that if Athletico want to get back in the runnin’ they’re gonna have ta sing for the top spot…’

Meanwhile, Tranquilayers are relieved to have bagged their first 3 points in a number of games. Their chairman expects better from his team…

‘I’m a bit confused as to why we’ve pretty much written off any realistic chance of honours this season. It’s important for our club and community that we get ourselves in the top 3  ASAP. ‘

Universo Collunteen are reported to have made a new bid to relocate their region and move from the ground that they’ve occupied for the last 25 years. They have reportedly been in recent talks with Armitage consultants and are looking to re brand themselves for a more middle class market. This hasn’t gone down too well with their large militant working class fan base though…

 

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Marc Renshaw

Marc is an artist  based in North Lincolnshire.

In 2006 The Sporting League gained international recognition and was awarded prize winning status for 'The Football Art Prize' at The Lowry Arts Centre, Salford, Manchester. 

The preview event was attended by some of the most prominent figures in the fields of football and culture. 

www.marcrenshaw.com

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